Indian Rhinoceros are second giant
Rhinoceros in rhino species. It is second big size animal in Aisa.
One-horned Indian Rhinoceros also know as Greater One-horned
Rhinoceros. It belong to Rhinocerotodae family also called Rhinoceros
Unicornis. One-horned Rhinoceros are listed in vulnerable species.
Today about 3000 rhinoceros are live in wild among more than 2500 are
found in India, At Kaziranga National Park itself has 2329
rhinoceros.

One-horned Indian Rhinoceros are
usually found in Indo-Gangetic Plain, as rhino love to be in
grassland or wet land to keep body warm. It is sad to say that their
natural habitat are reducing drastically because of hunting in region
and human intervention into jungle. Male Rhinoceros are usually
bigger than female. The largest sized specimens can be up to 4000 kg.

The Indian Rhinoceros has different
body structure than other rhinoceros species. It is Thick,
silver-brown skin and large skin fold that cover it body. Upper body
is cover in wart like bump. Rhino has very little hair in body except
eyelashes, ear fringes and tail brush. Male has thick neck folds,
which make it more attractive.

Populations of One-horned Indian Rhinoceros India -

In 2007, the total population was
estimated to be 2,575 individuals, of which 2,200 lived in Indian
protected areas:1. Kaziranga National Park

Indian Forest Department is doing very
well job to conservation of this endangered animal. But still they
lack on technology and finance. Recently Assam Government introduced
the unmanned air vehicle and hi-tech collar to find the exact
location of rhino and study their activity. But because of lack of
fund the project is keep in hold. In year 2013's first three month 30
Rhino are killed this year. Poaching and Human intervention in jungle
big problem to department.

Assam is the reflection of India’s rich forests reserves and the incredible wild life prospering in these dense forests. It is the north eastern Indian state blessed with a panorama of attractions for the tourist with number of popular Assam wildlife sanctuaries and rare species of animals preserved in them. The states cultural richness is the outcome of various ethnic groups settled here since historic times and each group is adding its share to the mix bowl of culture. If we take a glance at preference of the tourists visiting this state, it is clear from statistics that jungles and wildlife of Assam is the prime factor bringing hordes of tourists to this natures marvel. Kaziranga National Park is not only a popular Assam wildlife sanctuary but it is pride of the nation.

Bengal Tiger at Dibru Saikhowa Sanctuary

Assam tourism is bestowed with many popular wildlife sanctuaries. Among the wildlife sanctuaries Dibru-Saikhowa is one of the Assam National Parks in Dibrugarh, which is tucked amidst three great rivers of Assam namely Dibru, Brahmaputra and Lohit. The sanctuary is renowned as the biggest salix swamp forest in whole of North East India and vegetation is deciduous as well as semi-wet evergreen type. Area of the sanctuary was declared as reserve forest in steps, Dibru region being declared first and Saikhowa later. This sanctuary was established with the aim of preserving the rare, diminishing species of white winged wood ducks, but provided shelter to other rare species like wild horse, capped Langur, tiger and water buffaloes. Wild horse also known as feral horse is the highlight of this sanctuary.

Hoolock Gibbons at Dibru Saikhowa Sanctuary

Animal life to be viewed in their natural habitat includes royal Bengal tiger, hoolock gibbons and leopards. This sanctuary shelters many exotic migratory bird species like Bengal florican, lesser adjutant stork and spotted billed pelican providing a chance to the bird enthusiasts to get a closer look at these birds roaming freely along boundaries of the sanctuary. Maguri Motapung beel, lake near sanctuary is the right place for tourists to spot variety of birds at a single location, where more than three hundred bird species are recorded. The area around lake is supposed to be rich in biodiversity and has played an important role in conserving fast diminishing species of waterfowl and grassland birds.

Salix Swamp Forest at Dibru Saikhowa Sanctuary

Bird and animal life near the lake can be well explored by joining the boat rides specially organized for the tourists. Easy encounter with the birds can only be made if you are carrying a set of binoculars and a good quality camera. While exploring the sanctuary it is advisable to hire a local guide, since knowing places of concentration of animals is the key factor while spotting animal life of this region. Best time to visit this sanctuary is between the months of September to March and Dibru-Saikhowa Sanctuary timings in the day are convenient for visitors.

How to Reach
To reach at Dibru-Saikhowa Wildlife Sanctuary need to come Tinsukia town from where you can catch buses or hire private vehical to the national park in Dibru Saikhova.

By Air
Mohanbari or Dibrugarh Airport at Mohanbari is nearest Airport, about the 40 kms. away from Tinsukia town.

By Rail

Tinsukia is well connected to Rail route. Many trains are running through New Tinsukia Junction railway station.By Road

By road, park is 55 km away from Tinuskia District is connected by NH 37. Private Vehicle and Buses are running frequently from Tinsukia District to Dibru Saikhova National Park. If you come from Guwahati than it is 500 kms by road. State Buses are quite uncomfortable because poor condition of bus, so, better opt for private vehicle.

Travel Tips

Prior permission is require to get enrty into park. Tourist can enter the park from Guijan Ghat (10km from Tinsukia) or Saikhowa Ghat. Entry before and after sunset is not allowed, even night halt is not permitted. Dibru Saikhova National Park have two forest villages Dhadia and Laika, which have beautiful views and natural fauna.

There are no riding elephants in Dibru Saikhowa and no roads, so prepare for long walking also hire a guide for better directions. A small motorized boat are available travel inside the park. The Maguri Lake is one more attraction. It is situated outside the park. Maguri Beel has rare exotic birds, a few migratory birds and a resident strong herd of wild buffaloes.

Best Time to Visit

Park remain closed during monsoon because of heavy rainfal. It reopen by Novermber till April, is only time when tourist are allowed to entry at Dibru Saikhova National Park. The climate is warm during this period and many migratory birds are coming here for breeding here.